Outer Dundalk Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Outer Dundalk Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Sq. miles: 49
Boat Ramps: 1
Access Points: 0
Species: 2

Outer Dundalk Bay is a coastal water body located off the coast of County Louth, Ireland. It is a distinct area from the shallower Inner Dundalk Bay, characterized by its open exposure to the Irish Sea. The bay is noted for maintaining high water quality, which supports a productive marine environment. It is a designated coastal water body under environmental monitoring frameworks.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Outer Dundalk Bay and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Lesser Spotted Dogfish

Scyliorhinus canicula

Shortfin Mako

Isurus oxyrinchus

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Outer Dundalk Bay. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Salterstown Pier

Boat Ramp

Know where you can legally fish on Outer Dundalk Bay

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Co. Louth licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Co. Louth.

Take Outer Dundalk Bay with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)

On open water, wind and tide matter as much as the weather. See the best times to fish Outer Dundalk Bay and check the marine forecast before you launch.

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